Cafiza Coffee Machine Cleaning Powder

Cleaning Powder

Urnex Cafiza utilises a concentrated formula which eliminates residue in group heads, valves and lines.

Urnex Cafiza is recommended for use with a wide range of traditional espresso machines and is integral to the daily backflush regimen.

• Concentrated formula which eliminates residue in group heads, valves and lines.
• Foam and solubility balanced for powerful cleaning and optimal rinsing.

Directions of Use - Professional Expresso Machines

Backflush (each group head)

1. Insert blind filter in portafilter and add up to 1/2 teaspoon (3g) of Cafiza Powder. Insert portafilter into group head.
2. Activate brew cycle for 10 seconds. Stop 10 seconds. Repeat 5 times.
3. Remove portafilter. Activate brew cycle and rinse portafilter in stream of water from group head. Stop cycle.
4. Insert portafilter into group head. Repeat step 2 without Cafiza Powder 5 times.
5. Make and discard a cup of espresso to ensure no residue remains.

Soak

1. Soak filters and metal of portafilter for 30 minutes in 1 teaspoon (6g) of Cafiza Powder per 1 litres (32oz) of hot water.
2. Rinse with clean hot water.

Directions of Use - Coffee Brewers

1. Empty coffee from equipment. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon (3g) of Cafiza powder per 2 litres (64oz) of brewer capacity directly into brew basket.
2. Run a full brew cycle into each vessel and hold for 30 minutes.
3. Empty each vessel and rinse all parts with clean hot water.

Tip: Wet cloth with Cafiza Powder solution and wipe down spray heads, then wipe clean. Caution: Solution may be very hot.

Directions of Use - Roasting Equipment

Roasted Coffee Storage Bins

1. Mix ratio – 50 parts hot water to 1 part Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaner Powder. Mix hot water and Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaner in a large sink or laundry tub.
2. Dip storage containers for several minutes, open and close any lids or dispense mechanisms.
3. Remove from cleaning solution and dip in tub of clean water. Use running water for final rinse.
4. Air-dry or wipe with cloth.

Removable Coffee Roaster Parts

1. Mix ratio – 30 parts hot water to 1 part Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaner.
2. Remove any parts from your roaster that can be cleaned by dipping or soaking.
3. Mix hot water and Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaner in a large sink or laundry tub. Let roaster parts soak for several minutes.
4. Rinse in tub of clean water.
5. Use running water for final rinse.
6. Dry and inspect all parts.

Non-Removable Coffee Roaster Parts

1. Mix four tablespoons of Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaner to 1 litre of hot water in a spray bottle.
2. Mist parts heavily with solution, and wipe clean. Some parts may require more than one application.

Bagging Equipment

1. Mix four tablespoons of Cafiza Espresso Machine Cleaner to 1 litre of hot water in a spray bottle.
2. Mist hoppers, spouts, and any coffee contact surfaces thoroughly with solution.
3. Wipe surfaces clean with sponge. Keep sponge clean by rinsing periodically in clean water.

Always follow manufacturer's cleaning and disassembly instructions. All mix ratios may be modified if a stronger solution is desired. For comfort and safety use rubber gloves and eye protection.